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German A-Level at St Clement Danes School

Course description

Overview

By continuing to study German in the sixth form you will develop considerable fluency in speaking and writing as you practise the art of expressing yourself with sophistication. You will be able to understand native speakers of German and will expand your
knowledge of the culture, literature and history of Germany.

Aims

Develop an interest in, and enthusiasm for, language learning

Develop understanding of the language in a variety of contexts and genres

Communicate confidently, clearly and effectively in the language for a range of purposes

Develop awareness and understanding of the contemporary society, cultural background and heritage of countries where the language is spoken

Communicate with speakers of the language and take their place in a multilingual global society

Complete a coherent, satisfying and worthwhile course of study for students who do not progress to further study in the subject

Gain an excellent basis for further study of languages at degree level or equivalent

An educational visit to a German-speaking country is an expected part of the course. Students who take up a language at A Level must consider this and other subjects’ coursework deadlines. Both AS and the full A level offer evidence to prospective employers
of a significant level of achievement in all language skills, together with evidence of critical insight and a knowledge and understanding of another culture and the place of that culture within European development. Students leaving school to enter employment
after gaining one of these AS qualifications will be able to show some evidence of language skills relating to the world of work.